On Juneteenth, the newest federal holiday since Martin Luther King Day in 1983, Newman hosted a lunch and learn event in the Dugan-Gorges Conference Center.
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Lisa Garcia wins 2023 Spirit of Acuto Alumni Award
Lisa Garcia, a 2008 biology graduate, is the recipient of the 2023 Spirit of Acuto Alumni Award.
Newman alumni reconnect and reminisce during All-Alumni Reunion Weekend
Every couple of years, Newman University invites its ever-growing pool of alumni back to campus for an opportunity to reconnect and reminisce.
One of five St. Newman scholarships goes to Grecia Nunez-Palomares
Grecia Nunez-Palomaresis one of five high school seniors to earn Newman University’s most prestigious scholarship, the St. Newman Scholarship, which offers full tuition renewable for four years.
Students reflect on Investigative Summer STEM Program: ‘I love it’
The 2023 Investigative Summer STEM Program (ISSP) boasted the largest attendance in program history, with 30 high schoolers participating in the overnight camp at Newman University.
Advanced standing students participate in Newman health care camp
Newman University offered an Introduction to Health Care Professions camp June 5-8 for advanced standing high schoolers of The Independent School in Wichita.
Newman congratulates first-year scholarship winners
Ninety-two first-year students received 2023 scholarships from Newman University.
Alumna Heather Burke puts MSW degree to good use
Alumna Heather Burke ’12 works as a social caseworker with Adams County, Colorado’s child welfare program.
Student Rebekah Strickbine opens online art store
Starting a small business is no easy task, but student Rebekah Strickbine, a sophomore double majoring in art and communication, has done just that. Her online shop, powered through Redbubble,… Continue reading Student Rebekah Strickbine opens online art store
Master of Social Work graduates head into real world
Two recent Master of Social Work (MSW) graduates from Newman University are ready for their next chapter and to better the community.
Emily Hua earns degree after moving to the U.S. alone
Hy “Emily” Hua came to the United States from Vietnam at the age of 16 — alone — to pursue her education.
Five 2023 graduates soar into new chapters
Since May’s graduation ceremony, several Newman University 2023 graduates have begun an exciting new chapter of their lives — everything from jobs and travel plans to continuing their education.
Mendel Folefac ’23 leaves indelible mark on Newman
When Mendel Folefac ‘23 first arrived at Newman University for his role as a graduate assistant for the men’s basketball team, he thought of himself as “a car in need of some fine-tuning.”
Colorado Springs celebrates its newest graduates
In order to honor Newman’s remote graduates, past Colorado Springs program leaders created a celebration ceremony, complete with pinning and hooding, held locally.
OTA graduate Skylar Jorgenson draws from personal experience
The journey to college graduation wasn’t an easy one for Skylar Jorgenson.
From Marymount to Newman: Two 2023 grads overcome adversity
When Marymount California University permanently closed, students Alexis Diaz and Hannah Mendez moved nearly 1,400 miles away and discovered a new home at Newman University.
Matthew Nguyen’s Newman experience: from seminary to fatherhood
For 2023 graduate Matthew Nguyen, his college journey has been a winding road.
Follow along on Newman’s Europe by Rail trip
The 2023 Europe by Rail group of 11 Newman University community members began their trip abroad Monday, May 15.
Newman pre-med student graduates in three years
Ever since middle school Luke Sanders, a recent Newman biology graduate, has dreamt of being a surgeon.
Bishop offers Baccalaureate Mass, graduates share reflections
The annual Baccalaureate Mass celebrating spring graduates was held in Saint John’s Chapel Thursday, May 11, on the Newman University campus.
Five family members graduate from Newman at same time
At Newman’s commencement on May 12, five of Christy Hawks’ family members received their diplomas.
Two Newman employees receive 2023 excellence awards
Newman University is proud to announce the 2023 faculty and staff excellence award winners.
2023 Harvey J. Ablah Award presented to Austin Schwartz
Austin Schwartz was awarded with the prestigious Harvey J Ablah Award during commencement May 12.
Graduate Talia Powers receives 2023 Leona J. Ablah Award
Talia Powers is the recipient of the 2023 Newman University Ablah Award.
A tremendous achievement: celebrating 2023 graduates
A grand total of 429 graduates of Newman University earned their associate’s, bachelor’s and master’s degrees during the spring commencement ceremony Friday, May 12.
Newman celebrates 2023 nursing grads with pinning ceremony
Graduates of 2023 received their ceremonial nursing pins Thursday, May 9, marking the transition from student to professional nurse.
Newman community celebrates end of the year with various events
From an epic Lip Sync Battle and Spring Fling to Scholars Day and the excellence awards, the Newman community is wrapping up the year with several festivities.
Podcast: Tomoko Bell shares coral research
On a recent episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, Tomoko Bell, assistant professor of biology at Newman University, discussed her passion for research and teaching.
Newman students advocate in Washington, D.C.
Students Alondra Valle and Andrea Fuentes recently attended the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities in Washington, DC.
Alumnus serves in Los Angeles School Police Department
Today, Newman alumnus Omar Landeros serves as a field training officer for the Los Angeles School Police Department.
Podcast episode: Team building through gaming
On a recent episode of “The Newman Bond” podcast, Lisa Garcia ’08 chatted about her passion for gaming and how it relates to her teaching.
Newman Navigator program scores program director
Newman University recently hired Maggie Slack to serve as the full-time director of the Navigator student success program.
Alumnus rises to leadership roles at Eastern Oregon University
Matt Seimears’ journey since graduating from Newman University has been as fulfilling as it has been busy.
Vantage earns first overall award at journalism conference
The Vantage, Newman’s student newspaper, won the coveted All-Kansas award at the annual Kansas Collegiate Media conference April 16-17.
Newman University prepares for 2023 All-Alumni Reunion Weekend
Newman University is preparing to host an All-Alumni Reunion to take place on the weekend of June 23-25 on campus.
Celebrating the Newman spirit: alumni awards, benefactors and beyond
Newman University recognized four impressive 2023 Alumni Award winners, multiple Beata Benefactors and the prestigious Saint Newman Medal recipient April 18.
All-Alumni Reunion
It’s time to come back to Newman University for an unforgettable and unique all-alumni reunion experience!
First-generation student wins St. Catherine’s Medal
Every year, the St. Catherine’s Medal honoree is announced and awarded on stage at the Academic Awards Convocation. This year’s recipient, Lindsay Espinosa-Pablo, was unable to attend the awards ceremony… Continue reading First-generation student wins St. Catherine’s Medal
Environmental initiatives help Newman community soar
Read on for Kansas Leadership Center volunteer Carmaine Ternes’ reflection on Newman community members’ earthly efforts.
Newman student scores exclusive fellowship
Emily Maddux, a senior majoring in history and minoring in theater, will embark on the Historic Deerfield fellowship this summer.